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zari
zari
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In "The Odyssey," what is the reaction of the messenger god to seeing the beauty of Calypso's cave?

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Posted by zari on Sunday June 29, 2008 at 5:47 AM and tagged with book 5, calypso, cave, characters, hermes, setting, the odyssey.

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  1. bmadnick Teacher
    High School - 11th Grade

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    Hermes, the messenger god, is enchanted by Calypso's cave. It's such a beautiful spot that even a god can be captivated by its charm. The cave contains sweet, beautiful flowers, "great" birds , vines full of grapes, and four flowing fountains. In the midst of the cave, Calypso is at her loom weaving luxurious cloth, singing as she works. Hermes stands at the entrance of the cave to appreciate and revel in its beauty.

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    http://www.bartleby.com/22/5.html
    http://www.enotes.com/odyssey

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    Posted by bmadnick on Sunday June 29, 2008 at 1:15 PM